[ElantraMike]

I'm thinking about clay baring my car this fall before I put a new coat of wax on it. Any brand recommendations or are they all pretty much the same? Also, how do I know if I should use light, medium or heavy clay?

 

[R1600Turbo]

I use the Chemical Guys clay bar mitt.

https://www.chemicalguys.com/Surface_Cleansing_Mitt_Fine_Grade_Clay_System_p/cly_303b.htm

 

[Webster]

I was wondering about this myself. Going back to a white car I know I'll have to deal with rail dust being quite visible.

How many times can you use the Chemical Guys clay bar mitt?

 

[asianstutter]

I use the Chemical Guys clay bar mitt.

https://www.chemicalguys.com/Surface_Cleansing_Mitt_Fine_Grade_Clay_System_p/cly_303b.htm

I saw the video for this. Looks so easy and quick unlike the traditional clay bar. I might consider buying this

 

[R1600Turbo]

I was wondering about this myself. Going back to a white car I know I'll have to deal with rail dust being quite visible.

How many times can you use the Chemical Guys clay bar mitt?

50 times.

 

[Ahrixu]

The clay bar itself is all the same no matter what brand you use, its just the amount they give you per dollar and such, waxing is a different issue.

 

[ElantraMike]

The clay bar itself is all the same no matter what brand you use, its just the amount they give you per dollar and such, waxing is a different issue.

That's what I figured, they all look the same to me. I think I'll give the clay mitt a shot, this seems to give you the most bang for your buck.

 

[R1600Turbo]

That's what I figured, they all look the same to me. I think I'll give the clay mitt a shot, this seems to give you the most bang for your buck.

It's also WAY easier to use.

 

[Voodoo Idol]

The clay bar itself is all the same no matter what brand you use, its just the amount they give you per dollar and such, waxing is a different issue.

This isn't even a little bit true. There are varying degrees of clay, from mild to aggressive. Clay is an abrasive, so this makes sense.

 

[Voodoo Idol]

The clay mitts out there are definitely a far cry easier to use than traditional clay and the work goes much faster. I personally prefer the Nanoskin clay sponges. I keep one fine and one medium grade in my kit at all times.

https://www.amazon.com/Nanoskin-AS-019-AutoScrub-Grade-Sponge/dp/B00CUAWJ6G

https://www.amazon.com/Nanoskin-AS-018-AutoScrub-Medium-Sponge/dp/B00CUAWEUM

 

[Schnitzel]

If americans can get Riccardos Clay, i find it better than all of them. Easy to use, minimal hazing (even aggressive compound). Ive done countless amount of cars with it. Paint transfer, rubber from the track, and overspray comes off with ease.

 

[Voodoo Idol]

If americans can get Riccardos Clay, i find it better than all of them. Easy to use, minimal hazing (even aggressive compound). Ive done countless amount of cars with it. Paint transfer, rubber from the track, and overspray comes off with ease.

You can get it, but it's literally the exact same clay that Mother's sells.

https://www.autogeek.net/riccardo-yellow-detailing-clay.html

It's not bad, but traditional clay is a pain in the butt to work with.

 

[Schnitzel]

You can get it, but it's literally the exact same clay that Mother's sells.

https://www.autogeek.net/riccardo-yellow-detailing-clay.html

It's not bad, but traditional clay is a pain in the butt to work with.

See ive tried a bunch. And Riccardo's clay always comes out better personally. Ive been told though Americans cant get real riccardo's clay for some odd reason. Plus i prefer using traditional clay

 

[Voodoo Idol]

See ive tried a bunch. And Riccardo's clay always comes out better personally. Ive been told though Americans cant get real riccardo's clay for some odd reason. Plus i prefer using traditional clay

Well, there's a link to Riccardo's right there. As I said, it's the exact same clay as Mother's. Traditional clay certainly works - it has a long standing, proven track record. I'm not sure why you'd prefer it, however, as the more modern clay options work every bit as well and are far easier to use. Drop it, rinse it off, keep going.